Aging Eyes, Depth Perception, and Fall Risk: How to Adapt Your Home Without Losing Independence

aging vision fall prevention at home

Summary and next steps Start with a difficult walking route and address lighting, obstacles and support. A completed home checklist does not certify that falls cannot happen. Identify one route with glare, dark transitions or clutter. Remove trip hazards without adding cords or raised tape edges. Ask about a falls assessment or occupational therapy if … Read more